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Pilates in Kingsford

Anzac Parade Physio is one of the most experienced health professional teams in Sydney. Our clinic has been providing Kingsford Pilates services in the area for over 20 years and we are well known and respected within the local community. We have a passion for health and work closely with our clients to assess their individual needs and tailor treatment plans to provide the best long term outcomes.

Our Kingsford Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists can diagnose, treat, and offer therapeutic management and prevention strategies for a wide range of conditions affecting human movement. From sports injuries, to common, but often debilitating problems like back and neck pain, we offer a fresh approach and programmes tailored to your specific condition and lifestyle.

Pilates Kingsford

Pilates has taken the world of fitness and rehabilitation by storm, and we’re proud to offer the best Pilates classes in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.

Injuries, strains and other conditions can see drastic improvement from regular clinical Pilate classes and that is why we’ve incorporated this mind and body workout technique into our service offerings here at Anzac Parade Physio.

If you’re looking for a Kingsford Pilates studio that will put together a custom exercise programme that will help to improve your muscle or skeletal condition and increase your mobility, our team can help you out.

We’re unlike most other Pilates studios in Kingsford as we help our clients realise the many benefits of Pilates that lie beyond fitness. Our physiotherapists use their training and understanding of the human body to maximise the benefits of attending our classes for Pilates in Kingsford, and our clients have seen great results.

What are the benefits of Pilates?

We safely prescribe and monitor Clinical Pilates for our clients, as it has been proven to improve flexibility, posture and muscle strength. Not only that, regular Pilates will improve your core stability and balance.

These gentle and slow-paced movements are much easier and safer for clients suffering from discomfort and recovering from serious injury when a medical professional supervises them.

What exactly is Pilates?

If your Exercise Physiotherapist has prescribed Clinical Pilates, it’s because it will have a significant impact on your entire body, creating substantial changes without the need for strenuous activity.

Pilates is a series of stretches designed to get your body moving but not to the point of discomfort. You may think that it looks quite laid back, but it actually activates more muscles than we can list and many of our clients have lost weight and toned up in addition to improving their core and increasing their ease of mobility.

Safe and effective classes

Our Clinical Pilates classes at Kingsford are different to standard gym-run Pilates because they are supervised by one of our specialist in-house physiotherapists. We want to ensure that you are only performing stretches that are safe for your body.

It’s time to get stretching!

We run regular Clinical Pilates classes to fit in with your schedule. You will be supervised and cared for by one of our friendly and qualified physiotherapists to ensure you get the most out of each session.

We would be delighted to discuss this in more detail with you, so please give us a call or pop in to us and we can get you booked in.

Get in Touch

Our new InBody Scanner is revolutionising the way our Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapists are able to help you take control over your health concerns. The InBody quickly and accurately assesses a number of body measurements and provides a detailed report to our health professionals. Importantly, it doesn’t make assumptions, or use averages, based on data that we have entered into the machine. Your age and gender will not affect the results. The InBody simply provides precise data based on the person it is scanning. This means we can tailor specific treatment plans suited to your unique physiology.

How Does The InBody Work?

Firstly, the InBody divides your body into 5 segments — left & right upper limb, left & right lower limb as well as the trunk. Your body composition, including body fat, muscle mass, water content, basal metabolic rate, and bone mineral density, is then analysed and recorded. The InBody also reports on balance and symmetry within the body:

Left vs Right (Upper)

Left vs Right (Lower)

Upper and Lower Balance

Importantly, the InBody also measures your levels of visceral fat. This type of fat is wrapped around major organs such as the liver, pancreas and kidneys, putting you at increased risk of developing a number of serious illnesses including heart disease, cancer and diabetes

How can the Inbody Help Improve Your Health?

The InBody provides us with a detailed snap shot into your health. We can then provide you with the best advice to help you achieve your goals. Ultimately, the InBody facilitates positive health outcomes, because it allows us to work with you and your individual body composition. We have had excellent results so far and comparing follow up scans has also proven to be an effective motivator.

About Akbar

Exercise Physiology Student (admin)

I’m into:

Playing soccer, basketball and Oz tag. I enjoy going to the beach, cliff jumping, hanging out with friends, eating burgers, going to the occasional movie and the golf driving range.

As an exercise physiologist, I have developed a keen interest in neurological conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries and many others. Seeing clients improve their level of independence and ability to manage their conditions whilst improving their overall quality of life gives me great satisfaction and pride within my work.

My Skills:

Currently I am in completing my last year of study in exercise physiology at UNSW. Furthermore to neurological conditions, I have experience in catering exercise programs to chronic cardiorespiratory/metabolic conditions as well as musculoskeletal injuries/conditions such as diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, cancer, and many more. Through the use of various exercise assessments, I abide by a holistic bio-psycho-social approach towards improving all facets of lifestyle change behaviors using evidence based exercise programs combining functional, resistance, posture, flexibility, range of movement and cardiovascular fitness interventions with thorough education. I also cater exercise programs towards healthy populations with the intention to improving overall performance, strength and fitness.

Achievements:

NSW Super League: Sydney University Soccer Football Club and Fraser Park FC

NSW State League: Dunbar Rovers FC

NSW Futsal State League: Imperial Eagles FC

Represented Australia in the FIFA World Cup… PS4 FIFA16

Favorite Exercises:
Push-ups, running and any ball sports

My Philosophy:
“If you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength” (Michael Jordan, #23)

Selective Functional Movement Assessment

SFMA is a Physiotherapy movement based diagnosis system, designed to identify all the physical factors contributing to your pain and/or condition.

This efficient method of finding all the contributing factors to your symptoms by logically breaking down dysfunctional patterns caused by restricted joints, reduced muscle extensibility and/or a problem with your stability/motor control, is second to none.

The SFMA allows our specialised clinicians to clearly match intervention to your main problems for a complete and comprehensive fix.

About Loretta

Principal Physiotherapist

I’m into:

Triathlons

Fixing injuries

Competitions of any kind

Watching and competing in all sports.

The Olympics

Goal setting

Nutrition and last but not least;

Spending time with family and friends

My Skills:
Having been in the industry for many years now, I am constantly refining my skills to get the best out of my clients.

I have extensive experience in diagnosing and treating clients with sports injuries and spinal pain to give them effective relief, educate them on why it has happened and how to prevent it in the future, which is by far the most important step in a clients rehabilitation.

And here are the dot points of my skills:

Enhancing athletic and human performance

Educating patients and giving them a thorough understanding of their condition and how to best treat it

Looking at the whole body, not just one area/segment

Diagnosing and providing state of the art treatment for sports and spinal injuries

Goal setting for patients to go beyond their potential

Achievements:

Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science

Masters of Physiotherapy

Certificate Spinal Manual Therapy

Head Physiotherapist for World Youth Olympics Rugby 7’s

Head Physiotherapist for NSW Hockey Nationals.

Head Physiotherapist for GPS Representative Rugby Team

Head Physiotherapist for Old Ignatians Rugby Club

Head Physiotherapist for NSW Hockey Nationals.

Head Physiotherapist for 226 Multisport – a group of elite triathletes

Head Physiotherapist for Coogee Triathlon club

Head Physiotherapist for UTS bats and shamrocks AFLFC

My favourite ways to keep fit:

Training for triathlons

Resistance training and core work

Stretching especially with the foam roller.

Mini goals and challenges I set for myself.

My Philosophy:

Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible. ~Tony Robbins

The body can achieve what the mind can perceive.

The only barriers in life are the ones we create in our minds

About Heather

Physiotherapy

I’m Into

I’m a bit of an adrenalin junkie and love all things water or snow- based:

Skiing

Snowboarding

Sailing

Windsurfing

Since being in Sydney I’ve embraced the Aussie lifestyle and have got stuck into:

Oztag

Pilates

Cycling

AFL

Rugby

Going to the beach and going for brunch.

My Skills:

Graduating from Physiotherapy in Glasgow, I have gained extensive experience working with clients of all ages and abilities. I am expert at treating both acute and chronic injuries with excellent results. Providing a holistic approach to treatment is key to a successful recovery and I appreciate the important role we as physiotherapists play in health promotion.

I have a particular interest in jaw pain (TMJ) and functional screening tools. I am constantly developing as a clinician and plan to complete my Pilates instructor training and women’s health course in the next year.

Achievements

BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy, Glasgow

Level 3 Diploma Sports Massage

Certified in Temporomandibular joint assessment

Completed the 3 Peaks Challenge climbing the UK’s highest mountains in under 24hours

Favourite Exercises

I get great results from using the foam roller for spinal extension exercises and power band for hip flexor stretches. I do these everyday!

My Philosophy

Life begins outside your comfort zone

Everything in moderation

Always be yourself, unless you can be Beyoncé. Then always be Beyoncé

About Sherry

Accredited Exercise Physiologist

I’m Into:

Weights training and clinical pilates. I love spending time with family and friends, exploring the best cafes and restaurants around Sydney eating delicious food and listening to smooth jazz and glam pop.

Professionally I have developed a strong passion for cancer rehabilitation, post radiotherapy and surgery reducing the effect of drugs used during chemotherapy. I really enjoy conducting stress tests and electrocardiograms (ECG) on clients with cardiopulmonary disorders.

I’m experienced in movement and postural assessments, I specialise in exercise prescription and management of patients with various musculoskeletal conditions. Commonly I treat those post orthopaedic surgery (hip, knee and spinal).

I’m experienced in movement and postural assessment, I specialise in exercise prescription and management of patients with various muscle and skeletal condition commonly rehabilitation from orthopedics surgery (hip, knee and spinal).

As an exercise physiologist I’m passionate about decreasing the impact of prevalent health issues through strong exercise prescription, education and delivery of tailored exercise programs.

I have certification in the functional movement screening (FMS) and I’m proficient with the correctives exercises required for perfect movement under this system. See FMS in services for more information.

My Philosophy:
“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” -Winston Churchill

Workcover

What you need to know as an injured worker.

If you are in the unfortunate position were you have sustained an injury while performing your duties at work. Take confidence that the workcover scheme is available to insure that you receive the required treatment to return you to health.

At Anzac Parade Physiotherapy we provide Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology treatment for all work related injuries.

As an injured worker you are required to nominate a treating doctor for your injury. Your treating doctor will issue you with a work cover medical certificate. You must also notify your employer of your injury as soon as possible and provide a copy of your work cover medical certificate.

When seeking treatment for your injury with Anzac Parade Physiotherapy please provide a copy of your work cover medical certificate. We will ensure that our communication with your treating doctors and employer are regular to facilitate a time efficient plan to return you back to you full duties as soon as possible.

CTP

What you need to know if you have sustained a injury in a motor vehicle accident.

If you are in the unfortunate position were you have sustained an injury while being involved in a motor vehicle accident. Take confidence that the Compulsory third party insurance scheme is available to insure that you receive the required treatment to return you to health.

At Anzac Parade Physiotherapy we provide Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology treatment for all CTP injuries.

Just let us know your injury is a CTP claim and we will help you file the required paper work so you have no out of pocket expense.

We will communicate with your treating doctors and required specialists regularly to facilitate a time efficient plan to return you back to your best as soon as possible.

Post-operative Rehabilitations

Anzac Parade Physiotherapy has a long standing association with Sydney’s leading orthopaedic surgeons.

We have extensive experience in orthopaedic rehabilitation including but not limited to arthroscopic repairs, total joint replacements, tendon repairs, ligament reconstructions, joint stabilisation surgery and spinal surgery.

It is important to regain joint range of motion and strength into supporting structures at the appropriate stages of your recovery from your surgery. Trust that we follow the strict guidelines set by your surgeon to ensure the best possible outcome for optimal healing.

Call into the clinic and we can provide you further information about how our pilates program works.

Postural Problems

It is possible that you have a moderate to severe postural problem that is affecting your health, performance and is the source of your pain.

Six of the most common presenting postural problems

Forward head position

Rounded shoulders

Increased flexion or extension of spine

Tilted pelvis position

Knocked knees or bowed legs

Flat feet

If the postural problem has persisted over time mobilisation of joints and returning muscle lengths back to normative values is needed before strengthening your new and improved posture.

Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists are experienced specialists in returning postures back to normal improving your health, performance and decreasing pain through the process.

Knee Pain

The knee is a complex joint with many components, the forces the knee sustains in activity make it vulnerable to a variety of injuries and also accelerates wear and tear if the knee is not functioning optimally. Many knee injuries can be treated successfully with simple measures, such as bracing and rehabilitation exercises specific for the condition.

The knees seven key structures

Bones there are three bones meet to form your knee joint, your thighbone (femur), shinbone (tibia), and kneecap (patella).

Articular Cartilage the ends of the femur and tibia and under surface of the patella are covered with articular cartilage. The function of cartilage is to produce a smooth glide between bones as they articulate.

Meniscus are two pieces of wedge shaped cartilage that act as shock absorbers and spacers between the long bones. The meniscus is a tough rubbery cushion that stabilises the joint.

Ligaments are fibrous bands that connect and provide support holding the bones together forming the knee joint. Ligaments are strong band that combine to keep the knee very stable.

◦ Collateral Ligaments border the inside and outside of the knee holding the knee together.

◦ Cruciate Ligaments are found within the knee joint, they cross between the long bones forming a “X” with a cruciate ligament from the front and a cruciate ligament in the back. They control the back and forth sliding motion between the long bones.

Tendons connect muscle to the bone. The quadriceps tendon connects the muscles from the front of your thigh to your patella and the act of the quadricep muscle is to straighten the knee. Behind the knee the hamstrings and calf muscle tendons cross connecting at the back of the knee. The hamstrings bend the knee.

There is a multitude of various knee conditions associated with the above mentioned structures, some of these conditions have similar symptom patterns so it is important to have your knee assessed thoroughly to specify the correct line of treatment.

Seven Common Knee Injuries

Fractures and broken bones

Dislocation

Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injuries

Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) injuries

Collateral Ligament (MCL, LCL) injuries

Meniscal Tears

Tendon Tears

All of our Physiotherapists are specialists in assessing all the knee structures and are experienced in all special testing to diagnose your condition. We will advise you whether a knee scan is also necessary.

Take confidence that our Physiotherapists will be able to advise you of the treatment that you require.

Shoulder Pain

The shoulder is the most complex joint in the body as it allows the upper limb to move through uninterrupted 3D movements. The shoulder joint is formed where the humerus (upper arm bone) fits into the scapula (shoulder blade) socket (glenoid fossa), like a golf ball on a golf tee.

The shoulders five key structures

Bones: Thehumerus the long upper arm bone. The scapular commonly known as the shoulder blade is an irregular bone providing the socket for the shoulder joint. The clavicle (collar bone) is an accessory joint of the shoulder, it connects to the scapular forming the acromioclavicular joint and also connect to sternum forming the sternoclavicular joint joining the shoulder to the body.

Ligaments are fibrous thick bands of fibre that reinforce and support the shoulder joints. There are numerous ligaments with various support function.

The rotator cuff is a collection of four stabiliser muscles 1) Teres minor 2) infraspinatus 3) Supraspinatus 4) Subscapularis. The rotator cuff supports and holds the humerus head into the scapular socket while allowing a wide range of motion.

Bursa is a small sac of fluid that cushions and protects the tendons of the rotator cuff from friction. This structure may become inflamed with impact or compression from tight shoulder musculature resulting in shoulder pain.

The Labrum is a cuff of flexible cartilage that deepens the socket of the shoulder joint allowing for extra support for the ball-like head of the arm bone to fit into.

The shoulders most common injuries

Shoulder dislocation occurs when the humerus (arm bone) is forced from the socket of the shoulder. Ligament, tendon, bone and labrum injury may also occur at this time and it is advised to have a shoulder MRI following dislocation to examine the extent of the injury.

Shoulder subluxation is when the humerus (arm bone) is forced partially from the socket of the shoulder, the shoulder can also become subluxed from poor prolonged posture and muscular imbalances.

Rotator cuff disease is due to trauma from falling, lifting awkwardly and friction from adjacent boney structures causing wear and tear. Other causes can be from overuse in sports particularly activities that involve repetitive overhead motions.

Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is acute shoulder pain and increasing stiffness that can last beyond 18-months. It is caused by inflammation and thickening of the shoulder ligaments and capsule.

Shoulder subacromial impingement is present when the rotator cuff muscle tendons are in contact with the under surface of the acromion which is an extension of the shoulder blade bone causing pressure, irritation and inflammation.

There is a multitude of various other shoulder conditions associated with the same above mentioned structures, some of these conditions have similar symptom patterns so it is important to have your shoulder assessed thoroughly to specify correct line of treatment.

All of our Physiotherapists are specialist in assessing the shoulder and are experienced in special testing to diagnose conditions and are also able to advise whether a shoulder scan is necessary.

Our Exercise Physiologists are specialists in the benefits of rehabilitative exercise.

We apply our specialised knowledge of how the body systems work optimally together to design an exercise rehabilitation program that is tailored to your specific needs.

You can be confident in our exercise physiologists knowledge, experience and specialised programming to help you overcome your medical conditions. Our Exercise Physiologists have extensive experience with cardiovascular, metabolic, neurological, endocrine and lifestyle conditions.

Our Exercise Physiologists will assess you and your needs, then can prescribe a course of exercises for either rehabilitation, fitness and/or sports performance.

Pilates may be recommended with home based or gym based exercise routines. They can also advise on lifestyle modification programs and have proven strategies to help you with your goals.

Sports Injuries

Sports injuries are commonly caused by overuse, direct impact, or the application of forces that exceed what the body part can structurally withstand.
Common injuries we treat include sprains, strains, contusions, joint injuries, ligament injuries and concussions.

Investigation is important, as leaving an injury untreated can have far more severe consequences.

Subsequent instabilities and restrictions that are commonly present following sports injuries have been found to be a strong predictor of future injury in the same and/or opposite limb.

It is important to screen the adjacent structures and joints clearing all restriction left from the inflammation process. This approach allows us to alleviate compensatory movement patterns.

Sports injuries can reduce muscle strength and size which needs to be addressed with targeted science and evidence based exercises. It is also possible to reduce the impact of muscle decline throughout the healing process.

Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists specialise in what is appropriate at each stage of your healing.

It is important to cross reference your function against normal function so we can determine what you need to return back to sport and activity in a safe and durable manor.

Back Pain

All physiotherapists at Anzac Parade Physiotherapy are spinal specialists with postgraduate certifications in advanced spinal assessment and manual therapy.

With your help we thoroughly gather a detailed history of your spine symptoms and concerns.

Following the history your Physiotherapist will determine what components of a physical exam to perform to help rule in or rule out possible diagnoses from your history.

X-ray, CT and MRI explanation of findings in clear easy to understand language

Special testing stability, instability and functional movements

Throughout and following the physical exam our Physiotherapist will explain your assessment and how it is relevant to you and your condition.

Our Physiotherapists will then clearly explain your diagnosis in easy to understand language ensuring you are informed of what is causing your symptoms and concerns.

Have confidence that our Specialist Physiotherapists are up to date with scientifically proven treatment techniques that will provide lasting results. Our Physiotherapists will explain what treatments are required to reverse the contributing factors to your condition for the complete fix.

Neck Pain

The Neck (Cervical Spine) Roles and Functions

Housing and protecting the spinal cord. This bundle of nerves extends from the brain and runs through the cervical spine and thoracic spine prior to ending just before the lumbar spine (lower back), the spinal cord relays all the important messages from the brain to the rest of the body.

Supporting the head and its movement. The cervical spine carries the big load of the head weighing on average between 5 and 6 kilograms. In addition to its support role the cervical spine allows for the head’s flexibility, including rotational, flexion/extension and side to side bending motions.

Facilitating flow of blood to the brain. Vertebral openings (vertebral foramen) in the cervical spine provide a passageway for vertebral arteries to pass and ensure proper blood flow to the brain. These openings are present only in the vertebrae of the cervical spine.

The cervical vertebrae play a key role in maintaining these functions in the neck.

The Cervical spines key structures

Vertebrae there are 7 bones that interconnect to form your neck

Facet joints are the joints in your neck that interconnect your vertebrae and enable your neck to flex, lateral bend, extend and rotate.

Intervertebral Discs are fibrocartilage discs that act as a spacer and provide shock absorption between each vertebrae

Ligaments are fibrous bands that connect and provide support holding the bones together forming the facet joints. Ligaments are strong band that combine to keep the neck very stable.

Spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that collectively connect from the brain extending down running through the cervical spine, thoracic spine and ends in the lumbar spine.

Peripheral nerves are nerves that exit from the spine and are extensions from the spinal cord which innervate the body functions.

Common cervical spine injury and pain sources

Cervical degenerative disc disease refers to when a cervical disc is the source of pain, possible from twisting and falls involving the neck but more commonly from prolonged poor posture and wear and tear of the cervical spine. Symptoms of stiffness numbness, tingling and weakness in the neck, arms and shoulders.

Peripheral nerve impingement may occur when peripheral nerves are irritated or pinched by degenerative disc degeneration leading to severe pain from the neck extending into the shoulder and arms, weakness may also be present.

Bone spurs and cervical osteoarthritis A bone spur (osteophyte) is an enlargement of the facet joint which develops over time and are seen in adults over 60 years of age. Symptoms may include pain and weakness in the arms and legs accompanied with dull neck pain and headaches.

All of our Physiotherapists are specialists in assessing all aspects of the cervical spine structures and are experienced in all the special testing to diagnose your condition. We will advise you whether a cervical spine scan is also necessary.

Take confidence that our Physiotherapists will be able to advise you of the treatment that you require.

I have 16yrs experience tailoring and programming exercise for a variety of individuals, I have worked with numerous elite professional athletes, the general public on health and fitness goals, and assisting patients with rehabilitation from surgery and/or disease. I myself have competed in road cycling at an elite level and understand the complex demands of competition and balancing all the facets of life for enhancing human performance.

Physiotherapy and mobility is my passion and I enjoy freeing joints and muscles from stiffness and restriction, I get great satisfaction from helping my clients understand their bodies better, improving their movement patterns, posture and returning to pain-free stable movement with the knowledge to maintain the gains.